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Mission Mausam boosts cyclone forecast accuracy in coastal states

Mission Mausam and upgraded weather monitoring systems have improved cyclone forecast accuracy and lead time, helping coastal states reduce disaster losses

WhatsApp introduces new parent-managed accounts for children below 13

WhatsApp introduces parent-managed accounts for children under 13, allowing guardians to control contacts, groups and privacy settings from the primary device

AI opportunity in reimagining core biz processes: Infosys delivery head

Infosys chief delivery officer Satish HC says AI is opening opportunities to redesign enterprise processes and reshape delivery models, as companies accelerate adoption of AI-native services

AI hiring slowdown may hit Indian engineering freshers: Anthropic report

Anthropic's AI labour market report shows declining hiring of young workers in AI-exposed roles. Experts warn the trend could pressure India's engineering graduates

ISS captures dazzling night view of India from Arabian sea to Himalayas

The International Space Station (ISS) captured breathtaking night images of India glowing with city lights. The photograph shows illuminated cities stretching from the Arabian Sea to the Himalayas

Tech Wrap March 11: Xiaomi 17 series, Sonos speakers, Gemini in Chrome

Xiaomi 17 series launched. Sonos Play, Era 100 SL speakers unveiled. Google brings Gemini in Chrome to India. ChatGPT's interactive learning. Samsung Galaxy S26 series. Apple's new devices

Adobe rolls out AI assistant in Photoshop, tools in Firefly Image Editor

Adobe has introduced an AI Assistant in Adobe Photoshop in public beta, alongside new AI-powered editing tools in the Adobe Firefly Image Editor

Google expands Gemini in Workspace with new productivity features: Details

Google has introduced new Gemini features in Docs, Sheets, Slides and Drive that help users draft documents, build spreadsheets, create presentations and find information from select Workspace

Instagram down: Multiple users report problems accessing app, loading feed

Instagram is down for several users, with many reporting problems accessing direct messages while chat themes disappeared from conversations during the disruption

Some Samsung Galaxy S26 users see Play Protect certification error: Report

Some early buyers of the Samsung Galaxy S26 series are reportedly seeing a "not Play Protect certified" warning on their devices, which may affect the functioning of certain apps

ChatGPT to add interactive visuals while explaining math, science concepts

ChatGPT adds interactive visual tools to help users understand math and science concepts, allowing them to explore formulas, adjust variables and see how equations and graphs change in real time

AI driving 'largest infra buildout', needs trillions in investment: Huang

Huang argued AI has evolved past being a simple application or a single model, and must now be viewed as essential infrastructure akin to electricity and the internet

Amazon launches 'Health AI' to answer medical queries, manage records

Amazon introduces Health AI assistant on its website and app to answer health questions, explain medical records, manage prescriptions and connect users with One Medical providers

Google adds Gemini AI assistant to Chrome for Indian users: What's new

Google is introducing Gemini-powered AI features in Chrome to India, bringing tools like tab-based assistance, content summaries, app integrations and image editing

Xiaomi 17 series to launch on March 11: How to watch live, Expected specs

Xiaomi will launch the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra in India on March 11, with both smartphones confirmed to feature Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chips, Leica cameras, and HyperOS 3

Sachin Katti: The former academic behind OpenAI's trn-dollar AI buildout

Katti, previously Intel's chief technology and AI officer, joined the ChatGPT maker in November to serve as its head of industrial compute

Anthropic tells judge billions of dollars at stake if US shuns AI tool

The startup made a case for urgency to US District Judge Rita F. Lin at a hearing in San Francisco a day after Anthropic sued the Defense Department over the supply-risk designation

Snabbit founder seeks fresh funding in India's $60 bn housework market

Less than 1 per cent of paid household help is currently ordered through online platforms, Redseer estimates, leaving them with ample room to gain market share

Meta to acquire Moltbook, the viral social media network for AI agents

The deal's financial terms were not disclosed

Tech Wrap March 10: Xiaomi Pad 8 launched, Copilot Cowork, POCO X8 Pro

Xiaomi Pad 8 launched. Microsoft 365 adds Copilot Cowork. POCO X8 Pro launching on Mar 17. OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro to launch on March 19. WhatsApp's redesigned interface